The bridge collapse in the Nefteyugansk district of the Khanty occurred when workers dismantling old structures, told reporters the government of the region.

Earlier, citing emergencies Ministry reported that in 35 kilometers from Nefteyugansk collapsed under construction bridge. After the collapse of the bridge fell KAMAZ and the crane. The representative of the operational staff on the spot reported RIA of the news of the two dead and seven injured. According to the UK, killed two, injured five.

«According to preliminary data, the collapse happened while working at the facility, was made in the dismantling of the structures of the old bridge… traffic on the interstate is not violated,» — said the district government.

In the government of Ugra added that the Governor of the region Natalia Komarova instructed to assist to resolve the situation. In addition, all victims receive necessary medical care.